Rolous Group & Banteay Srei

After exploring small circuit tour to Angkor Wat, you may consider to visit more temples and it’s one of the best options for Day 2, you’re going to discover the first capital of Khmer Empire “Rolous Group” consisting of 3 ruined temples; Bakong, Preah Ko & Lolei, visit the most beautiful Banteay Srei which is intricately carved in the finest details unlikely other Angkor temples, admired by palm sugar village and sunset at Pre Rup.

Detailed Itinerary

Our escort guide and driver will be meeting you at 8.30am at your hotel’s lobby then transfer to visit at the temples of Rolous Group, are some of the earliest permanent structures built by Khmer’s ancestors during the power of Khmer Empire dating back to the late 9th century. These three major temples: Bakong, Preah Ko and bricked Lolei temple and admired by contemporary of Theravada Buddhist monasteries. Around the area of Bakong temple, there was a tragic history which processed hundreds of local lives during The Khmer Rouge seized the power from 1975-1979.

Afternoon, continue to stroll around Banteay Samre temple which was built in 12th century during Angkor period, admired by its serenity, take some beautiful photo before heading to reveal the intricately carved, beautiful red-pink sandstone temple of Banteay Srei - considered to be a Jewel of Khmer art which features elaborate decorations and its finest details. These factors have made the temple extremely popular with tourists, and have led to its being widely praised as a “precious gem”. On the way back, we have a short visit at palm sugar village and other various local handicraft souvenirs. Climb over Pre Rup, wait to watch beautiful sunset overlooking rice paddies. Return to your hotel, our guide and driver say Goodbye to you.

Local English Speaking GuideTour guide is the most important window for our company, is the one who makes you leave Cambodia with meaningful and memorable experience. Importantly, for your trip, we reserve a local tour guide that has long-year experienced, friendly attitude, informative, knowledgeable and advisable.

LunchDue to having a lot of complaining about expensive lunch & drinks at local restaurants near Angkor temples, we highly recommend you to book Khmer set lunch with us so that we can reserve a delicious set lunch for you in advance at one of good restaurants. We will provide a local beer or soft drink included in the set lunch price. Price is from $9.50 to $12.00 per person.

TransportationTuk Tuk has become very popular in Cambodia when visiting Angkor Siem Reap, especially tourists make their journey with tuk tuk to get an unique experience and have some fun when on Tuk Tuk. If you don’t feel comfortable with the tropical weather in Cambodia, air conditioning car/van/coach are the alternatives, cool and convenient.

Dressing CodeCambodia geographically stays in the tropical monsoon, its weather varies and annually brings wet and dry seasons, generally hot in during day time and a bit cooler at night, and in the early morning. You should wear whatever most comfortable but remember to dress appropriately to respect the locals and other religious sites; pagodas, temples and holy places. Clothes must cover your shoulders and knees when you wish to visit the top part at Angkor Wat, Royal Palace in Phnom Penh and when you go to meet Buddhist monks.